Indian tribal governments

Each tribe is a separate sovereign nation — unique unto itself and distinct from all other federally recognized tribes.

Each tribe has an independent relationship with the United States and the State of Minnesota.
MnDOT recognizes the unique sovereign status of federally recognized tribes and the cultural values of all American Indian tribes in Minnesota, and is committed to strengthening the government-to-government relationship with the tribes.

Partnership

MnDOT, FHWA and Minnesota tribes have agreed to combine their efforts in a coherent
inter-governmental partnership to create more efficient, improved and beneficial transportation services.